Group Deputy Chief Executive Officer
Mohamad Akmal Bin Johari began his professional journey in 2003 with Malaysia Airlines as a Junior Account Executive. In 2008, he moved to Prokhas Sdn Bhd, where he served as an Account Executive, gaining valuable experience in financial management and strategic operations.
In 2009, Akmal was appointed Director of Johawaki Plantation Sdn Bhd, marking the start of his leadership role within the Johawaki Group. The following year, in 2010, he took on the position of Strategic Planning Business Development Manager at Johawaki Holdings Sdn Bhd. In this role, Akmal was responsible for key areas such as strategic planning, corporate finance, corporate restructuring, investment evaluation, market intelligence, and research.
His strong leadership and strategic acumen led to his appointment as Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Finance) in 2014, where he was entrusted with overseeing the operational and financial stability of the company. Akmal also holds multiple directorships within the Group and serves as an Exco Member of Johawaki.
Akmal holds a Bachelor’s Degree in International Finance and Accounting from Regent Business School, London.